Author: Todd Odenweller

In light of the recent Ohio Supreme Court case upholding the four-year statute of repose for dental malpractice claims, the ODA has received several telephone calls from member dentists inquiring what this decision means for patient record retention. Every dental office should have a patient record retention policy and that policy should be ... [continue reading]

David J. Owsiany, JD - ODA Executive Director April 21-27, 2013, is National Volunteer Week.  According to Points of Light – an organization made up of a network of service groups – National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate people doing extraordinary things through service. Established in 1974, National Volunteer Week focuses ... [continue reading]

Does your dental practice have an employee manual?  If not, creating one should be a top priority.  Employment issues are some of the most difficult issues for small businesses to address.  This is particularly true for dental practices, where a small number of employees work in close proximity.  The best way to handle those ... [continue reading]

The ODA’s 2013 Leadership Institute will feature high-quality, interactive training from start to finish.  The annual two-day event will be held at the Hilton Columbus Polaris Hotel on the north end of Columbus on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13, and is free to all ODA member dentists and dental students. “The Leadership ... [continue reading]

Mark your calendar for the 2013 ODA Annual Session, Sept. 19-22, 2013, in Columbus, Ohio. At the ODA Annual Session, dentists will experience the best nationally-known speakers, the largest exhibit hall in the five-state area, networking events, entertainment and more. Of special interest to dentists who have been in practice for 10 years or less ... [continue reading]

“All dental offices must have digital X-ray systems in place by the end of 2014.” “Dental records must be maintained for seven years.” “Dental office uniforms must have high neck collars and cuffed sleeves.” “HIPAA prohibits dentists from mailing patient recall notices.” “OSHA prohibits ... [continue reading]

I am often asked the same question by fellow young dentists ... what do I do if I'm not busy? And while I don't pretend to have all the answers, my personal opinion is that a focused approach to continued education (CE) can and will make all the difference in the world. Dental school provides only the most basic foundation for dental practice and ... [continue reading]

Dr. Kari Cunningham, a pediatric dentist from Cleveland, has been able to combine her passion for giving back to the community with her career in dentistry. Cunningham is a recipient of the National Health Service Corps Scholarship, which requires a commitment to four years of service to an underserved community upon graduating from dental school. ... [continue reading]

A majority of the Supreme Court, in an opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, found that the Affordable Care Act’s individual mandate, which requires virtually every American to purchase health insurance with a set of benefits defined by the government, is a valid exercise of Congress’s taxing power under the U.S. ... [continue reading]

Columbus has many exciting attractions for all ages and interests within walking distance of the Convention Center and several more that are just a short drive away. With all there is to do around Columbus, ODA's Annual Session will feel like a vacation. The Short North is just north of the Convention Center and is home to 14 art galleries; 50 ... [continue reading]